United States 111th Congress Status: Died

HRES 1208 — Supporting the goals of World Intellectual Property Day.

Last action — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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Summary

Expresses support for: (1) the goals of World Intellectual Property Day to promote, inform, and teach the importance of intellectual property as a tool for economic, social, and cultural development; and (2) efforts to protect U.S. citizens from fraudulent and illegal counterfeiting and piracy. Recognizes the importance of intellectual property and the challenges and threats to its protection. Congratulates the World Intellectual Property Organization for building awareness of the value of intellectual property and developing the infrastructure to help citizens take full advantage of their creativity. Applauds the contributions of human creativity and intellectual property to growth, innovation, and a brighter future.

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Action History

  1. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  2. On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2917)

  3. DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1208.

  4. Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2917-2919)

  5. Ms. Baldwin moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

  6. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 1208 do?
Expresses support for: (1) the goals of World Intellectual Property Day to promote, inform, and teach the importance of intellectual property as a tool for economic, social, and cultural development; and (2) efforts to protect U.S. citizens from fraudulent and illegal counterfeiting and piracy. Recognizes the importance of intellectual property and the challenges and threats to its protection. Congratulates the World Intellectual Property Organization for building awareness of the value of intellectual property and developing the infrastructure to help citizens take full advantage of their creativity. Applauds the contributions of human creativity and intellectual property to growth, innovation, and a brighter future.
What is the current status of HRES 1208?
This bill died with 111th Congress. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HRES 1208?
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